Description
Mini Chicken or Beef Empanadas with Chimichurri are the perfect bite-sized delights for any occasion. These flaky pastries are filled with tender chicken or beef, combined with aromatic spices and fresh vegetables, providing an explosion of flavor in every mouthful. Paired with a zesty chimichurri sauce made from vibrant herbs and olive oil, these empanadas are not only easy to make but also versatile enough to satisfy all palates. Whether you’re planning a casual family dinner or hosting a lively gathering, these mini empanadas will impress your guests and leave them craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (17.3 ounce) package frozen empanada discs
- 1 pound cooked and shredded chicken or beef
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped bell pepper
- 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles, drained
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon red apple vinegar
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked chicken or beef, onion, bell pepper, green chiles, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Place about 1/4 cup of filling in the center of each empanada disc. Fold over and seal the edges using a fork.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg and arrange on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- For chimichurri: mix parsley, cilantro, olive oil, garlic, red apple vinegar, chili flakes (optional), salt, and pepper in a bowl until combined.
- Serve warm with chimichurri sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Latin American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 empanada (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg